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Man Utd ratings: Victor Lindelof run ragged on return but Scott McTominay imperious in FA Cup win against Aston Villa

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MANCHESTER UNITED set up an FA Cup fourth-round date with Middlesbrough after beating Aston Villa 1-0 at Old Trafford.

Scott McTominay scored the only goal of the game as the visitors made United work hard for their victory.

Scott McTominay was United’s best player as they knocked Aston Villa out of the FA CupCredit: EPA

But who was the best player for the hosts? And did anyone have an outing to forget?

Here, SunSport’s Anthony Chapman delivers his Man Utd player ratings…

DAVID DE GEA – 7

Big saves from Spaniard took pressure off defence and spared blushes of team-mates on more than one occasion.

Was left stranded for a few Villa long shots but continues to be United’s most important player this season.

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DIOGO DALOT – 5

Totally unsure of himself defensively as Villa pressed effectively.

And offered very little going forward too, with United swamped down their right for the whole game.

VICTOR LINDELOF – 4

Looked very rusty upon his return to the team and was often run ragged by Ollie Watkins.

Won’t be forcing his way back into the side any time soon – even if United end up going with three at the back.

RAPHAEL VARANE – 6

A decent showing from the ex-Real Madrid man but still he struggled to really impose himself at the back.

Disallowed Villa goal came from Varane’s poor marking before he was saved by VAR.

Victor Lindelof was totally off the pace upon his return to actionCredit: Getty

LUKE SHAW – 5

Quiet night by his standards, Shaw did not look to push forward in his usual manner.

Was also sloppy with his passing and cut forlorn figure after criticising team-mates last weekend.

SCOTT McTOMINAY – 8

Tucked away a fabulous header to give United an early lead.

Worked socks off in midfield with key tackles while driving forward.

FRED – 7

Gorgeous assist for United’s first goal and was tidy with his passing for once.

Was not afraid to take on John McGinn and Co in a heated battle for midfield control.

MASON GREENWOOD – 6

Maybe feeling slightly aggrieved at being shunted wide-right, Greenwood spent most of his night providing cover for Dalot.

Was not overly effective in the final third and even the occasional changing of wings with Rashford yielded no joy.

Marcus Rashford’s good showing was let down by a moment of pure lazinessCredit: EPA

BRUNO FERNANDES – 7

Getting close to his old self again, Fernandes looked a lot more comfortable as the central playmaker tonight.

The Portugal ace made several good runs and passes, and his link-up play with Cavani nearly resulted in a goal or two.

MARCUS RASHFORD – 7

Looked bright in his favourite position on the left wing, giving Matty Cash a headache throughout the game.

Rashford was equally effective on the right at times too, with his penetrating runs causing chaos amongst Villa’s defence.

But will have to explain why he chose not to run on to an easy ball for a simple tap home, leaving fans groaning.

EDINSON CAVANI – 6

Could not take several opportunities in front of goal, which is sure to go against him when Cristiano Ronaldo is fit again.

But Uruguayan ran his heart out for team yet again, which is the minimum United fans should expect from every player.

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SUBS

DONNY VAN DE BEEK (for Cavani, 72’) – 6

Big cheer from crowd as maligned Dutchman came on, and he held his own as a false nine as United rode the game out.

JESSE LINGARD (for Fernandes, 85′) – N/A

ANTHONY ELANGA (for Rashford, 85′) – N/A

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